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Ireland

Ireland

Ireland is a country in Europe that is home to 5,020,000 people. It is also home to 5 living indigenous languages. One of these, English, is the official language of the country. In addition, 4 living non-indigenous languages are established within the country. In formal education, 4 indigenous languages are used as languages of instruction.

  • Geography

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  • Demographics

    5,020,000

    people

    5

    living languages

    99%
    literate
  • Language Vitality Count

    1. 1
    2. 2
    3. 2
    4. 0

Ireland has adopted the following international conventions which speak to indigenous language rights.